By Gail Hairston
(April 13, 2015) — On April 3, the University of Kentucky College of Arts and Sciences recognized about 1,400 current students who earned a place on the Dean’s List for their academic achievements. The honor is reserved for the highest achieving students in the college who have obtained a 3.6 or higher grade point average the previous semester.
Many family and friends were on hand to celebrate the hard work of these exceptional students.
Mark Lawrence Kornbluh, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, spoke about the value of a liberal arts education, and was joined by Connor Appleman, a biology senior and A&S Ambassador co-coordinator. Appleman spoke about his experiences in the college and the wealth of knowledge it has provided as he prepares for graduation in May.
The college holds its Dean’s List celebration twice yearly.
“It is always a pleasure to commemorate the great achievements of our top students and to share the celebration with their families and friends who have a direct impact on their lives,” said Kornbluh. “Our Dean’s List students are committed, inquisitive and deeply driven, and continually succeed while balancing many responsibilities. It is important that we take time to recognize their achievement.”